Squealing is the quintessential warning sign that your brakes are wearing out and require replacement. However, squealing brakes are a relatively routine occurrence. Manufacturers integrate metal wear strips into brake pads, and these strips make that telltale screech as your brakes wear out. Everything is working as intended when you hear that sound; it simply means that it is time to replace your brakes. However, some symptoms are less routine and can be a warning of a more serious problem with your car's brakes.
25 July 2023
Taking a road trip after months of non-stop work is what you need to rejuvenate your body and mind. However, plan ahead to ensure your adventure is memorable, especially if you get only a few off days annually. While using your car for a trip might sound like a good idea, consider rental services to enjoy unique benefits, including securing a bigger vehicle. Although car rental is relatively straightforward, practice due diligence to get the most out of the service.
15 June 2023
With cold weather solidly in the rearview mirror, nothing stands between your car and miles of open, sunny summer roads. Spring and summer are often the best times of the year for driving, with plenty of opportunities for long road trips or exciting drives on windy mountain roads. Of course, the warmer weather also means you can finally ditch your winter tires. Purchasing a new set of summer tires can be exciting, especially if you love driving.
23 May 2023
You don't need to know much about cars to know that modern automatic transmissions are highly complex pieces of machinery. Even older automatic transmissions were fairly sophisticated, but newer models combine this inherent mechanical complexity with advanced electronic systems. As a result, problems with this essential component can get expensive — fast! Although modern transmissions include many innovations, they still rely on transmission fluid to make the magic happen. Your car's transmission fluid acts as a lubricant, coolant, and hydraulic fluid all in one, so low fluid levels can be a major issue.
20 April 2023
As the owner of a vehicle, you really want to make sure that you are always paying close attention to the way your vehicle sounds and operates so you can determine whether it is time to get it into the repair shop. Of course, if you are experiencing transmission trouble, you will not want to take it to just any mechanic, as a transmission repair shop is generally best. To help you know whether your vehicle might be in need of transmission work, you will want to continue reading.
24 March 2023
While inspecting your RV before getting it ready for the upcoming travel season, you may have discovered that its body has several damaged areas, including dents, scratches, and even holes in the fiberglass panels. Because you want to fix the damage before heading out, you may be considering trying to patch them up yourself. However, before you start looking for replacement parts and fiberglass repair kits, you should seriously consider forgetting about fixing the damage yourself.
14 February 2023
Tires can be very expensive, especially if you are purchasing high-performance tires. But even if you are purchasing all-season tires, the new tires can be a more expensive part of your vehicle. Therefore, you might wonder how much your new tires will cost. All-Season Tires All-season tires are the most general type of tires available. They can be driven at any time of the year and can be installed on any type of vehicle.
26 January 2023